Tributes pour in as singer Peabo Bryson dies after stroke

Posted on June 3, 2026
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After suffering a stroke last Thursday, singer Peabo Bryson died on Tuesday.

Bryson is leaving behind his wife, Tanya Boniface Bryson, his eight-year-old son, Robert Kittrick-Peabo Bryson, as well as his oldest daughter from a previous relationship, Linda Bryson.

He was 75 years old.

The Beauty and the Beast and A Whole New World singer celebrated 50 years in the music industry with an international tour, which started in January to November 2025.

Tribues pour in for Peabo Bryson

Singer Celine Dion, who sang the theme from Disney film Beauty and the Beast with Bryson, has paid tribute to him. Their duet won them a Grammy Award.

“I’m heartbroken to hear that we lost Peabo Bryson today.  His incredible voice and his kind spirit embodied the beauty of song and performance.  He was so wonderful and generous to me all those years ago, when we recorded Beauty and the Beast…  He will remain for me always as a real symbol of the joy that music has brought to my life. His voice and his talent will be missed…   My heart is with your family, and may you rest in peace, Peabo.   Love,   Celine xx…”